Hurghada Sea Temperature
Updated Thu 02:51 (Africa/Cairo)
Egypt · Forecast updated Aug 6, 2026, 02:51 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
29.1°C
84.4°F
Very warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 29.0°C (84.3°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 0.7°C
Seven-day average: 29.0°C, versus 28.3°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Very warm water
Swimwear is usually enough; a rash guard adds sun protection.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Hurghada, monthly averages range from about 26.3°C (79.4°F) in June to 29.0°C (84.3°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Hurghada has been 28.1°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 25.5°C / 77.9°F | 26.3°C / 79.4°F | 27.6°C / 81.7°F |
| July | 26.5°C / 79.7°F | 27.7°C / 81.8°F | 29.1°C / 84.4°F |
| August | 28.5°C / 83.3°F | 29.0°C / 84.3°F | 29.8°C / 85.6°F |
Profile calculated from 1595 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Hurghada
Gateway to Giftun Island's reefs and turquoise lagoons on Egypt's Red Sea coast.
- Area
- Red Sea Governorate
Hurghada Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Hurghada today?
The current sea surface temperature in Hurghada is 29.1°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 28.1°C.
When is the water warmest in Hurghada?
The warmest monthly average in the Hurghada archive is August, at around 29.0°C (84.3°F).
When is the water coldest in Hurghada?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 26.3°C (79.4°F).
Can you swim in Hurghada today?
At 29.1°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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